Owners manual

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EMAX Gas Powered, Piston Compressors
Never use plastic (PVC) pipe for
compressed air. Serious injury or
death could result.
6. Never use reducers in discharge piping. Keep all
piping and fittings the same size in the piping
system.
7. For permanent installations of compressed air
systems, determine total length of system and
select correct pipe size. Make sure underground
lines are buried below frost line and avoid areas
where condensation could build up and freeze.
8. Test entire piping system before underground
lines are buried. Be sure to find and repair all
leaks before using compressor.
Never exceed recommended pressure
or speed while operating compressor.
Truck Installation
Compressor can be installed in a truck for conve-
nience and portability. Be sure to follow these ad-
ditional safety precautions:
1. Bolt compressor to truck bed with 1/4” thick
rubber pads under tank feet. Thicker padding
will increase vibration and the possibility of
cracking the tank or other unit damage.
2. Portable compressors must be secured during
transport and while operating to avoid unit
damage.
If installation is in a box truck or
other enclosed area, be sure to
vent exhaust fumes away from
operating area. Gasoline powered
motors will develop hydro-carbons
which can be fatal if inhaled.
Battery Component
Most EMax compressors are equipped with an electric
starter but require a customer supplied, 12V battery
for operation. Be sure to follow safety steps and use
proper procedures when connecting battery.
Safety Steps
Batteries contain caustic acid.
Use extreme care when handling
to avoid contact with battery
acid. If contact occurs, flush
immediately with water then use
baking soda to neutralize.
1. Wear eye protection at all times when han-
dling battery.
2. Batteries can give off explosive gases. NEVER
smoke or install battery near sparks or other
ignition sources.
NEVER touch both battery terminals
at the same time with hands or any
non-insulated tools. Always follow
proper sequence for connecting and
disconnecting battery.
Connecting Battery
1. Use minimum 10 AWG wire for battery
cables.
2. Connect positive (+) cable to start solenoid
on engine.
3. Connect negative (-) cable to one of the
engine bolts.
4. Connect other end of positive (+) cable to
positive (+) battery terminal.
5. Connect other end of negative (-) cable to
negative (-) battery terminal.
Disconnecting Battery
1. Disconnect negative (-) cable from negative
(-) battery terminal first.
2. Then disconnect positive (+) cable from
positive (+) battery terminal.
Operation
Safety Rules
1. Make sure all operators receive product train-
ing, read and understand all instructions.
Keep all flammable, combustible,
poisonous and noxious materials
away from operating area. Make
sure there are no oily rags, trash,
leaves, litter or other combustible
materials in operating area. Keep
suitable, fully charged fire extinguishers nearby
when servicing and operating the compressor.
2. NEVER allow modifications to compressor
structure or controls.
3. Keep all ignition sources away from exposed
electrical parts.
4. Keep all persons clear of compressor during
start-up and operation.
5. NEVER operate the compressor with the fan,
coupling or other guards removed.
6. DO NOT engage in horseplay with air hoses as
death or serious injury may result.